Latest Updates - 20/02/2024
Phase 2
Plans are currently being finalised for Phase 2 of the A3400 Birmingham Road (A46 Roundabout to The Avenue) and we have recently re-engaged with stakeholders in the area to explain the proposals.
Since the initial consultation process the plans have been revised for the Phase 2 works, which are illustrated within the drawings attached below. Works along this section are expected to be delivered by our contractor Balfour Beatty and we are in the process of negotiating a delivery timetable that will be coordinated with other planned works in the Stratford area.
The team are aiming to be on site as soon as possible this year but the exact date will be determined from the outcome of road space discussions with Network Management. There will be a prominent focus on safe active travel for community members, with the combined footpath and cycleway facilities created.
View the technical drawing - PHASE 2_5169359-ATK-HGN-2-DR-C-0100-002_Rev P03-0200-001 (PDF, 1.2 MB)
Phase 3
Phase 3, which extends from St Peter’s Way to Arden Street is still in the design and engagement phase of development. Key matters which are currently in development are as follows:
- Tesco’s secondary access – We are exploring options to provide a secondary point of access to Tesco’s off A3400 Birmingham Road. There are major utility works along the northern verge adjacent to Hamlet Way which need to be avoided as the cost to divert and reconstruct are cost and time prohibitive. Tesco representatives are being met with on 12 March 2024.
- Landscaping – Where feasible and practicable, we are looking to introduce elements of landscaping to complement the engineering works and to improve the street scene. An indicative plan can be viewed below:
- LTN 1/20 – We are reviewing the current designs conformity to the recently published document from the Department for Transport; LTN 1/20 Cycle Infrastructure. Retrofitting all the design recommendations contained within this document into an established urban environment can prove difficult. We shall, however, endeavour to adhere to this guidance where practicable and feasible to do so.
- Western Road – We are exploring options to improve the functionality of the junction. Drawings have been prepared and will go through a traffic modelling exercise, and results will be known shortly.
Completed - Phase 1
Phase 1 was completed in January 2022, bringing a significant improvement aesthetically as well as making the road crossings easier to navigate. The segregated cycle and footpath create safer spaces for different user groups and the resurfacing has provided a new, smooth surface to the carriageway.
Flickr - A3400 Birmingham Road
Reviewed 03/04/2024